Yagodinska Cave: A Rhodope Mountain Jewel
Discover Bulgaria's Yagodinska Cave: a stunning subterranean world of stalactites, history, and unique cave formations in the Rhodope Mountains.
Explore the mesmerizing Yagodinska Cave, the longest in the Rhodope Mountains, featuring stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and even Neolithic-era dwellings. A constant cool temperature and high humidity add to the unique underground experience.
A brief summary to Yagodinska Cave
- Yagodina, 4835, BG
- +359889903642
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes, as the cave temperature is cool and the floor can be uneven.
- Arrive early to secure a spot on the hourly tours, especially during peak season.
- Photography is not allowed inside the cave.
- Combine your visit with a hike in the surrounding Rhodope Mountains.
- Check the official website for updated tour hours and special events.
Getting There
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Car
If driving from Smolyan, head northeast on E80 towards Yagodina. Follow the signs to Yagodina, approximately 25 km away. Once in Yagodina, follow signs to the cave. Parking is available near the entrance. Be careful on the narrow, single-lane road in Buynovo Gorge.
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Public Transport
From Smolyan, take a bus to Yagodina from the central bus station. The journey takes 30-40 minutes. From the Yagodina bus stop, it's about a 15-minute (2 km) walk to the cave, following the signs. A local taxi from the bus station to the cave costs approximately 10-15 BGN.
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